Life Coaching for Gamers: Level Up in the Game of Life

Hey my name is Derrick, but you probably know me as The Situational Therapist. If not, check out my TikTok account of over 1 Million Followers!  I am a therapist turned game coach who is pursuing his passion for helping people grow through gaming! 

•  Immersive Experience: Games capture attention, making learning more engaging.
• Safe Environment: Mistakes made in-game don't have real-world consequences, providing a risk-free space to learn and grow.
• Instant Feedback: Games provide immediate feedback, allowing for quick adjustments and learning.

• Decision Making: Games often require split-second decisions. Learn to trust your instincts and make informed choices quickly.
• Teamwork & Communication: Multiplayer games emphasize collaboration. Develop your communication skills and learn the importance of teamwork.
• Strategic Planning: Many games require forward-thinking and strategy. Learn to plan, prioritize, and execute effectively.
• Adaptability: Games are unpredictable. Learn to adapt to changing situations and overcome challenges.
• Time Management: Juggle in-game tasks and quests, translating to better time management skills in real life.

• Initial Assessment: Understand where you currently are in your personal journey and your gaming experience.
• Tailored Gaming Sessions: Based on the assessment, games and challenges will be tailored to address specific areas of growth.
• Post-Game Reflection: After each session, there'll be a discussion and reflection on the in-game experiences and how they translate to real-world situations.
• Actionable Steps: Walk away from each session with clear, actionable steps to implement in your daily life, drawing parallels from the game.
• Progress Tracking: Regular check-ins to assess growth both in-game and in real life.

• Mortal Kombat: Emotional Regulation and Impulse Control - Although known for its intense fighting gameplay, Mortal Kombat can serve as a platform to explore emotional regulation and impulse control by discussing strategies for maintaining composure and making thoughtful decisions during intense moments.

• Nier Automata: Resilience and Coping Skills - Nier Automata's thought-provoking narrative and themes of resilience in the face of adversity make it suitable for discussing coping skills, exploring how characters overcome challenges and the lessons that can be drawn from their experiences.

• Skyrim: Focus and Concentration - Skyrim's vast open world and immersive quests can help highlight the importance of focus and concentration, discussing strategies for staying engaged in tasks, completing objectives, and managing distractions.

• Grand Theft Auto: Patience and Persistence - Grand Theft Auto's expansive world and various missions can provide examples of the need for patience and persistence, emphasizing the value of perseverance in overcoming obstacles and completing complex objectives.

• Minecraft: Relaxation and Stress Management - Minecraft's open-ended gameplay and peaceful atmosphere can serve as a backdrop for discussing relaxation techniques and stress management strategies, such as building, exploring, and finding moments of tranquility in the game world.

• Metal: Hellsinger: Emotional Regulation and Focus - Metal: Hellsinger's intense rhythm-based gameplay can be used to explore emotional regulation and focus. It provides an opportunity to discuss how maintaining emotional composure and concentration during challenging situations can lead to success.

• Life is Strange: True Colors: Emotional Regulation and Healing from Trauma - Life is Strange: True Colors' narrative-driven gameplay and focus on emotional experiences make it suitable for discussing emotional regulation and the healing process from trauma, exploring the game's themes and lessons.

• Forza Horizon: Relaxation and Mindfulness - Forza Horizon's open-world driving experience can be utilized to discuss relaxation techniques and mindfulness, focusing on moments of calm and presence while enjoying the virtual scenery and engaging in mindful driving.

• Street Fighter 6: Focus and Impulse Control - Street Fighter 6's competitive fighting gameplay can be used to highlight the importance of focus and impulse control during intense matches, discussing strategies for maintaining composure and making strategic decisions.

• The Last of Us: Resilience and Coping Skills - The Last of Us' emotionally charged story and survival gameplay can be utilized to discuss resilience and coping skills in the face of adversity, exploring the characters' journeys and the lessons they teach.

• Horizon Zero Dawn: Patience and Persistence - Horizon Zero Dawn's vast open world and challenging quests provide opportunities to discuss the value of patience and persistence in overcoming obstacles, navigating the game world, and completing tasks.

• Spider-Man Miles Morales: Self-Reflection and Growth Mindset - Spider-Man Miles Morales' superhero narrative can be used to explore self-reflection and the development of a growth mindset, focusing on the protagonist's personal growth and introspection throughout the game.

• Far Cry 5: Assertiveness and Setting Boundaries - Far Cry 5's open-world exploration and confrontational gameplay can be utilized to discuss assertiveness and setting personal boundaries, exploring how characters navigate challenging situations and establish their limits.

• Also, your favorite game can be custom-made to fit your individual goals!

• 1. Do I need to be an expert gamer?
  No, sessions are tailored to your skill level, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player.
• 2. How are the games selected?
  Games are chosen based on your coaching needs, gaming preferences, and skills you aim to develop.
• 3. Is this only for young adults?
  Yes. You must be 18 years of age or older. 

Dive into the world of gaming with a purpose. Whether you're a casual gamer or an enthusiast, discover the transformative power of video games in personal development.